A popular cafe in Derry city centre has announced it will be closing its doors after almost a decade in business.
Hidden City Café, which is located next to St Columb’s Cathedral in the heart of the city, first opened its doors in 2017.
Known for its locally sourced produce and extensive plant-based menu options, the award-winning café was run by husband-and-wife duo Justyn and Bronagh McNicholl.
On Friday evening, they announced that the café would be closing its doors for the final time this weekend.
“When we first opened in the historic Cathedral Quarter—the city’s oldest, most characterful district—we knew it was something special. But we also believed it craved a little something more,” they said in a statement.
“As our doors opened, we watched the soul of the Quarter come alive, filling with independent businesses, creatives, and a growing sense of community.
“Over the past years, we’ve seen it blossom into a thriving hub for the arts, markets, antiques, and local enterprise.
“To have played even a small part in the story of Derry City’s Cathedral Quarter has been an honour.”
The pair also thanked their customer base for their support over the past eight years.
“You brought this place to life. You made it more than just a café — it became a meeting spot, a refuge, a makeshift office, a catch-up corner.
“You celebrated milestones with us, we celebrated milestones with you,” they said. “Your loyalty and kindness have meant everything — they are everything.
“For that, we bow our heads in deepest gratitude.
“Though this chapter with Hidden City Café is closing, the spirit of the Cathedral Quarter remains as vibrant as ever.
“Whoever takes on this space won’t just be inheriting a café — they’ll be stepping into a community that treasures connection, creativity, and the magic of independent spirit. We wish them the very best.
Hidden City Café will close its doors at 3.30pm on today, Saturday, May 10.
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